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beleaguered

[bih-lee-gerd] / bɪˈli gərd /


ADJECTIVE
surrounded
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


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For now, beleaguered Fifa president Gianni Infantino still has some allies in world football, particularly in parts of the world where less well-off football associations have benefited from his presidency.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

The world's number one automaker by sales delivered the brighter outlook days after Tokyo and Washington moved to boost the beleaguered currency.

From Barron's Aug. 4, 2026

A rare joint U.S.-Japan currency intervention has helped lift the beleaguered yen off a 40-year low.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

Roki Sasaki gives up six runs in only three innings, but the Dodgers offense comes through by scoring 12 straight runs against the beleaguered Padres.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 3, 2026

The beleaguered Queen Alysanne was trapped between two Lannister warships, the three made fast by hooks and lines.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin




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